How do you know if your title is a salvage title in New Jersey?

Question

Just curious as to what identifies a title as salvage for a car in new jersey. Is there a code or some wording inputted? Where should I look? Thanks.

Answer 1

Actually, in NJ it only says "salvage title" until it is fixed to state specifications.  Unless it has changed recently, once it is fixed, NJ issues a clean title.  There is no coding that I am aware of.  You can tell how many owners the vehicle has had by the digit BEFORE the VIN starts.  A is first owner, B is second, etc.  Your best bet is to do a carfax check to see if any serious claims have been paid out on the vehicle.  There is a charge but this is the only way you will find out for sure if the car has ever had bad damage.

Answer 2

If the title doesn't say salvage on it you could double check at your DMV. You could also run the VIN number through carfax.com. I would go to the DMV it might be free or cheaper than carfax.

Answer 3

It says "Salvage Title" in red, across the front.

Answer 4

I know in MA, the title must say salvage on it.  It's a law to

protect the consumer.